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Is it worth your time to learn the way music works? Get ready to be inspired and make the most of your time with the guitar today on the Play Guitar Podcast.
SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/why-bother-with-chords-keys-and-scales-370
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Published 06/12/24
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Today. we experiment with chords, I explain how to voice chords with open strings, and I show you my own open-string chord progressions.
SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/taking-advantage-of-open-strings-369
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Published 06/05/24
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Are you a career beginner guitarist looking to make progress? In today's episode, I explore the common challenges faced by career beginners, share my proven strategies to help you move forward, and offer practical tips to finally see improvement.
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Published 05/29/24
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See this week's Double Stop Video Lesson: https://youtu.be/aenrWu8c19I
Not sure which notes to use? Today, I show you the key to building the most common double stops used in blues.
SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/understanding-blues-double-stops-367
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Published 05/22/24
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Join me today to up your chord game and learn the simple chord shapes that pro-Blues players use every day.
SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/blues-chords-you-want-to-play-366
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Published 05/15/24
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Starting to play Blues Lead Guitar with ZERO results. Learn my top 2 favorite tips for beginner Blues Lead Guitar Players.
SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/2-favorite-tips-for-beginner-blues-lead-guitarists-365
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Published 05/08/24
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Are you tired of sounding just so-so when you play a blues solo? Today, I'll show you how to add tons of interest by mixing different scales.
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SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/better-blues-solos-how-to-mix-scales-364
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Published 05/01/24
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Are you struggling with your guitar solos? Today, I'm going to show you how creating your ideas around simple shapes can change everything for your guitar playing.
Lesson Link for this podcast: https://youtu.be/kEztbynPnFg
SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/using-simple-shapes-to-improve-your-solos-363
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Published 04/24/24
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Let's take a look at some tried and true tricks you can start doing today to take your blues and rock playing to the next level.
SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/tricks-to-spice-up-your-pentatonic-solos
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Published 04/17/24
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This week's all about making your Slow blues sound better. And today, we take a look at this week's licks and see how you can use the good stuff in your own playing.
SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/slow-blues-licks-for-beginners-361
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Published 04/10/24
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Today, we're tackling common hurdles, getting our heads together, and learning the gold strategies to turn frustrating setbacks into life-changing turning points.
SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/turning-frustration-into-success-360
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Published 04/03/24
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Hang with me today and meet one of our awesome Play Guitar Academy members: Rudy Mahara.
SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/student-spotlight-rudy-mahara-359
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Published 03/27/24
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Join me today and take your technique into high gear. Open up your picking options with this versatile technique that adds flair and tons of expression to your playing.
SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/hybrid-picking-heaven-358
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Published 03/20/24
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Have you explored everything that music theory has to offer but are not sure how or when to use it in your playing? Join me today as I explain the delicate balance between theory and practice.
SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/when-should-i-stop-learning-music-theory-357
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Published 03/13/24
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Don't miss this Student Spotlight with Rob Caron! Let's learn about his journey, the lessons he learned, and the techniques that have shaped his playing along the way.
SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/student-spotlight-rob-caron-356
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Published 03/06/24
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Learn the reasons why each of these five licks sounds great over blues changes.
SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/5-common-blues-licks-and-why-they-work-355
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Published 02/28/24
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Don't you think it's about time you got your technique together? Today I'm taking a deep dive into a healthy optimized technique routine that will boost the entireity of your playing.
SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/get-your-technique-together-354
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Published 02/21/24
If you've ever wrestled with confidence challenges, you're in the right place because today's message is just for you!
SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/do-you-struggle-with-confidence-353
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Published 02/14/24
▶▶ FIX your aimless guitar solos with "Solos That Make Sense": https://www.playguitaracademy.com/solos-that-make-sense-bundle
Do all of those notes you play miss the mark? Do those big bar chords sound like a bull in a china shop? So let's slow down and find a smarter approach to making great music.
SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/playing-too-many-notes-352
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Published 02/07/24
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Ignore dynamics at your own peril! Today, I put the spotlight on the easiest, the most powerful, and the most overlooked skill among guitar players.
SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/dynamics-in-guitar-music-351
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Published 01/31/24
▶▶ Learn Chord Embellishments the easy way: https://www.playguitaracademy.com/chord-elevation-toolkit
Do you think it's impossible to pick out chords in a song just by listening? This is a skill, and just like everything else we learn here, NOT impossible at all! Join me today and take your first step to building your musical ear.
SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/learn-chords-by-ear-350
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Published 01/24/24
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If you've never made it past the beginner stage and it's been a long time since you've seen any progress on rhythm guitar, this one is for you!
SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/career-beginners-and-rhythm-guitar-349
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Published 01/17/24
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More and more guitar players are struggling with basic rhythms and timing. Find out why, and what you can do to move your rhythm playing up a few levels.
SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE- https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/improve-your-rhythm-and-timing-this-year-348
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Published 01/10/24
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Welcome to 2024! It's your year to shine. If you have ever second-guessed your commitment to learning the guitar, this one is for you!
SHOW NOTES FOR THIS EPISODE - https://www.playguitaracademy.com/blog/permission-to-play-guitar-347
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Published 01/03/24